Open
— Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Water systems may be turned off during winter months; campers should bring their own potable water if visiting between November and March.
About
Lower Jones Valley Campground is located on the Pit River Arm of Shasta Lake within the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. This small, intimate campground is situated in a canyon adjacent to the lake and offers 9 single sites and 2 double sites, each equipped with a paved parking spur, tent pad, raised fire ring, bear box, and picnic table. The average back-in parking spur is approximately 30 feet.
The campground provides vault toilets, potable water, and trash service. A public boat ramp is located about 1 mile away at Jones Valley, offering access to the lake for water skiing, jet skiing, and fishing. Lake Shasta is renowned for its diverse fishing opportunities, including trout, catfish, Chinook salmon, crappie, bluegill, white sturgeon, brown bullhead, and bass. The nearby Clickipudi Trail provides hiking opportunities for those looking to explore the surrounding terrain.
Shasta Lake sits at an elevation of 1,067 feet with 365 miles of shoreline surrounded by steep mountains covered in manzanita and evergreens. Mount Shasta, the second-tallest mountain in the Cascade Range, is visible in the distance. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area, making this a prime location for nature enthusiasts and outdoor recreation.
Directions
Located 9 miles east of Shasta Lake City. From I-5, take exit 687. Turn right and follow Old Oregon Trail for 3 miles. Turn left onto Bear Mountain Road and travel 8.5 miles to the junction of Dry Creek Road. At the stop sign, turn left and follow the road about 2 miles to the Lower Jones Valley campground sign. Turn left onto the campground road.
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